Surface E&I Technician: Maintenance & Reliability

Hecla Mining Company; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hecla Mining Company seeks an E&I Technician, Surface to maintain electrical and instrumentation systems at surface facilities. You will troubleshoot, repair, and install equipment, collaborating with engineering and operations to minimize downtime and ensure safety and quality standards.

The role requires strong knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems, schematic reading, and PLC/DCS/SCADA familiarity, with travel to various surface sites in the United States.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance.
• Reading and interpreting electrical and instrumentation schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to surface sites within the United States.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment at surface facilities.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, control panels, instrumentation devices, and related components.
• Install new electrical and instrumentation equipment according to engineering specifications and industry standards.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to diagnose and resolve technical issues promptly, minimizing operational disruptions.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment status for compliance and reporting.
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulatory requirements while performing all tasks.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Electrical systems

Instrumentation devices

Control systems

Safety standards

Schematics reading

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

PLCs

DCS

SCADA

Maintenance software

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Hecla Mining Company seeks an E&I Technician, Surface to maintain electrical and instrumentation systems at surface facilities. You will troubleshoot, repair, and install equipment, collaborating with engineering and operations to minimize downtime and ensure safety and quality standards.

The role requires strong knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems, schematic reading, and PLC/DCS/SCADA familiarity, with travel to various surface sites in the United States.